Vendor

Dear Prospective Vendor,

The organizers of the Beverly/Morgan Park Juneteenth Family Festival invite you to partner with us for our 7th Annual Family Festival! As the only festival of its kind in the neighborhood, our mission is to bring together a diverse community to honor and celebrate Juneteenth. Located on Chicago’s South Side, the festival creates a space for connection, education, and celebration—offering cultural programming, resources, and services that highlight and embrace African and African American heritage.

Reasons to Participate

Over 5,000 attendees expected
Increase your business exposure
Build brand awareness
Sell food or merchandise

Festival Information:
Location: 110th and Longwood Dr, Chicago, IL 60643 (near or on the premises of Morgan Park United Methodist Church/ Morgan Park Presbyterian Church)

Date/Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 12 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

General Vendor Set Up: 9am
Food Vendor Set-up: 10am

Please note: no early-access or early set-up accommodations will be granted for general vendors. You will not be able to access your assigned area or unload items before the scheduled time.

Vendor Applications
Vendor applications are now open! Take advantage of the early-bird specials to beat the rush and secure your spot! Space is very limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Spaces will be assigned only after applications are submitted, approved, and payments are received. Once we reach capacity, no additional vendors will be approved.

Below, you will find the details for both general vendors and food vendors.

2026 General Vendor Details and Application

2026 General Vendors: Apply Here

Vendor Fees by Zone (see map below for zones)

$220 – Merchandise Vendor (Zone 1) (Early Bird Special – $200 before April 17, 2026)
$160 – Merchandise Vendor (Zone 2) (Early Bird Special – $145 before April 17, 2026)
$75 – Non-profit Vendor, local w/ an annual budget of $500,000 or less (spots at this rate are limited)

Vendor Fee Includes:

One designated 10 x 10 space
One 6ft table
2 chairs

Vendors May Also Bring (not covered in fee)

A tent that fits in the 10 x 10 space
Table linen
A power source (the festival does not have power)
Additional chairs or tables (these are also available to rent)

Please note: all vendor items must fit within the 10 x 10 space.

Vendor Zones:
There will be two merchandise vendor zones. Zone 1 has limited spaces and has a $50 premium. All vendor spots, in both zones, will be assigned based on when the application is approved, payment is made, and the spot is secured.

Vendor Registration Deadline: May 22, 2026
Applications should be received no later than May 22nd, 2026, to participate in the event. The “Early Bird” rate is effective for approved applications and payments received by April 17th, 2026. The normal rate is effective for approved applications and payments received by May 22nd, 2026. Any applications that are submitted and approved after May 22nd, will incur a late fee of $35. Once full payment has been received, your spot is secured for the event.

Refunds:
No refunds will be issued after April 30th, 2026. If a vendor needs to cancel after approval and payment, they must submit the request in writing at info@junteenthfamilyfestival.com.

Vendor Set-Up:
Vendors will check in with the Vendor coordinator upon arrival to the event grounds and receive a vendor badge. There will be a loading window and notifications will go out to approved vendors prior to the event. This event is a street festival; therefore, parking is limited. We advise that vendors bring a wagon or Dolley to move their merchandise between their vehicle and their spot. Cars will need to be moved away from the festival grounds by 11 am. Detailed information will be sent prior to the event to ensure an efficient setup process.

Vendor Take-Down:
Vendors can utilize their vendor supplied wagon or dolly to move their merchandise at the end of the event. Cars will not be allowed until we receive an all clear that ensures that vehicles can move through the festival grounds safely. All trash and belongings must be removed before leaving the festival grounds.

General Notes:

The Vendor coordinator will notify each vendor whether they are approved or not. It is our intention to have a variety of vendors selling different merchandise. It is our intention to limit the number of vendors selling similar merchandise and the committee will make every effort to not place similar vendors in close proximity. The vendor committee is responsible for vendor placement, and spots will be assigned.
All vendors shall be respectful. If a vendor does not follow the festival guidelines, they are subject to dismissal from the event.
No merchandise should not be left unattended during the festival. We are not responsible for any items lost, stolen, or damaged.
Vendors who are approved shall only bring the items listed in their application. General vendors are not permitted to sell food from their area. If the vendor wishes to sell food, they must apply to be a food vendor and have the applicable City of Chicago food license.
Non-profit vendors are not allowed to sell merchandise, they may only share information about their organization services. If items are being sold, the vendor must sign up as a Merchandise vendor.

2026 Food Vendor Details and Application

2026 Food Vendors

Food Vendor Fee: $250
Fee Includes:

One designated 10 x 10 space
One 6ft table
Two chairs
Food trucks will be assigned a parking space before event

Food Vendors May Also Bring (not covered in fee)

A tent that fits in the 10 x 10 space
Table linen
Additional chairs or tables (these are also available to rent)

Food Licenses
Proper City of Chicago food licenses are required for festivals. Please reach out to the food coordinator well in advance to make sure you meet ALL requirements and can submit all documents before the deadline.

Food Vendor Application
To apply as a food vendor, please email us at food@juneteenthfamilyfestival.org. Spots are limited and will go based on a first come, first served basis.